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VIDEO: Berlinale opening watch the red carpet and opening gala
Today, February 15, was the much expected start of the 74th Berlin International Film Festival celebrated in the Berlinale Palast. Minister of State for Culture and the Media Claudia Roth, Governing Mayor of Berlin Kai Wegner, this year’s Jury President Lupita Nyong’o, as well as the Festival Management Mariëtte Rissenbeek and Carlo Chatrian (here pictured on the red carpet) kicked off the Berlinale with a festive opening. During the Opening Gala, the International Jury&...
VIDEO : Press Conference of the opening film "Small Things Like These" by Tim Mielants
Berlinale opened with "Small Things Like These" directed by Tim Mielants and written by Enda Walsh, based on the 2021 novel of the same name by Claire Keegan It is 1985 in the run-up to Christmas in a small town in County Wexford, Ireland. Bill Furlong toils as a coal merchant to support himself, his wife and his five daughters. Early one morning while out delivering coal at the local convent, he makes a discovery that forces him to confront his past and the complicit silence of...
Berlinale politics: disinvitation of AfD politicians for the opening and official protest on the red carpet
Politics was also invited on the red carpet with protest again AFD : after intense discussion in the cultural sector, in the press and on social media as well as within the Berlinale team about the invitations of AfD politicians, a right-wing extremist party, to the Opening of the Berlinale, the d:rectors of the Berlinale had decided to disinvite the five previously invited AfD politicians. Model Papis Loveday holding the “No racism! No AfD!” sign ! Festival Manageme...
The Ji.hlava IDFF goes to Berlin
The Ji.hlava IDFF Team will be at Berlinale and we will be delighted to meet you there! Feel free to contact Ji.hlava’s festival director Marek Hovorka (staying on February 16–20), our Head of Industry Jarmila Outratová (15–18), the programmers Adriana Belešová and Viktor Licek (both on 16–20), or René Kubášek in charge of the festival’s international relations (15–18). In line with tradition,...
The fourth edition of Red Sea International Film Festival will run from 5th – 14th December 2024 in Al Balad, Jeddah
The Red Sea International Film Festival (Red Sea IFF) has confirmed the fourth edition of the festival will take place from the 5th to the 14th December 2024 in Jeddah, taking place in the brand-new headquarters in Al Balad. The recently wrapped third edition showcased 125 films from 75 countries, with internationally renowned writer, director and producer Baz Luhrmann (Elvis, Moulin Rouge!) presiding as Head of the Jury, with 17 features and 25 short films in competition. The ...
Congratulation to 45 efp alumnis presenting their films at this year’s Berlinale
European Shooting Star Anamaria Vartolomei in THE EMPIRE; Photo: Tessalit Productions EFP (European Film Promotion) and its member organisations are delighted to announce that 45 participants of EFP’s talent platforms EUROPEAN SHOOTING STARS and PRODUCERS ON THE MOVE (PoM) will be presenting a total of 35 films in the various sections of the 74th Berlin International Film Festival. Last year’s Irish Shooting Star Clare Dunne appears in this year’s opening film Small ...
Dandelooo Launches Cinema Division For Animated Films spearheaded by Luna Sirvin
Emmy Award-winning French animation production and distribution company Dandelooo is delighted to announce the launch of a new feature film division, Dandelooo Cinéma. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in Dandelooo’s commitment to providing unparalleled entertainment to audiences worldwide. Based at the company’s Paris headquarters, Dandelooo Cinéma is spearheaded by Luna Sirvin, International Sales & Acquisitions Manager (featu...
Meet with Ted Chalmers/Summer Hill Films at EFM
ATTEND EFM WITH SUMMER HILL! Contact Us: Ted Chalmers President of Summer Hill Films ted@summerhillfilms.com www.summerhillfilms.com 10645 N. Tatum Blvd., #200-130, Phoenix, AZ 85028 USA +1-480-535-8711 Check out some exciting films from Summer Hill at AFM! We will be represented by Ted Chalmers at MGB 1st Floor, Stand #137 from Feb. 16 to 19. Ted can be contacted by clicking the meeting link below. We look forward to meeting with you! ..
Entertainment Finance Forum in Berlin : full program details- see you Feb 16th
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Cologne-based augenschein Filmproduktion has sold a minority stake to the family owned film production company Erfttal Film
Jonas Katzenstein / Maximilian Leo : photo credit Juliane Guder Cologne-based augenschein Filmproduktion has sold a minority stake to the family owned film production company Erfttal Film as part of a decisive step in growth. Under the new cooperation, augenschein will continue to operate as a full-range film production company but with the ability to develop, package and produce director driven feature films with a stronger commercial potential for the global market. In a major strateg...
DEEP WATER First Look Photo: Starring Aaron Eckhart and Sir Ben Kingsley
Sharing the first look photo from Renny Harlin’s epic survival thriller Deep Water starring Golden Globe-nominee and Independent Spirit Award-winner Aaron Eckhart (Warner Bros.’ blockbuster The Dark Knight, Clint Eastwood’s Sully), Academy Award-winner Sir Ben Kingsley (Gandhi, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), Molly Belle Wright (Netflix’s True Spirit, Lionsgate’s upcoming The Best Christmas Pageant Ever), Angus Sampson (Netflix’s “The Linco...
CICAE President Dr Christian Bräuer awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has awarded Christian Bräuer, President of the CICAE - International Confederation of Arthouse Cinemas, Chairman of the German AG Kino - Gilde of Art House Cinemas, and Managing Director of Yorck-Kino GmbH, the Order of Merit for his outstanding personal achievements for the common good of the Federal Republic of Germany. The Order of Merit will be presented on 27 February at Kino International by Florian Graf, Head of the Berlin S...
The Gotham Goes to Berlin
The Gotham's Executive Director, Jeff Sharp, and Director of International, Gabriele Capolino, will be on the ground at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival, which kicks off today! Screening as part of the Berlinale Series Market Selects will be Edgar Medina's Matilha (Dogpack), an alum of Project Market 2019. The seven-episode first season premiered last month on Amazon Prime Portugal and will air in weekly installments on Portugal's national broadcaster, RTP...
NEFTI All Stars launches in Berlin
The Five All-Star Filmmakers Will Participate In Panels & Masterclasses at EFM And Will Screen Their Local Competition Winning Film The 5 Countries Represented In The NEFTI All-Stars Competition Are: Ethiopia, South Africa, Eritrea, Botswana, and Nigeria. NEFTI All Stars is the culmination of all the NEFTI Competitions to date. The winner from each of the Competitions will vie for the grand prize. Each of the 5 NEFTI filmmakers will be given $3000 to create a completely new film ...
Film Mode Entertainment announces new acquisitions including THE LAST STOP IN YUMA COUNTY and THE KEEPER
Film Mode Entertainment Announces New Acquisitions, EFM Premieres, Screenings and More, Including THE LAST STOP IN YUMA COUNTY and THE KEEPER Clay Epstein’s Film Mode Entertainment (FME) is set to showcase an impressive lineup of acquisitions, EFM premieres, and screenings at the 2024 European Film Market (EFM). With several successful elevated genre films under its belt, the company has built a reputation for acquiring and producing high-quality films that are star-studded and ...
"My Freaky Family" and "Giants of La Mancha" headline Studio 100 Films EFM showcase
Studio 100 Film, a leading player in the global entertainment industry, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated market screening of the animated comedy feature, "My Freaky Family", at the European Film Market (EFM), Berlin. Produced by Australia's POP Family Entertainment and Ireland's Telegael, this exciting movie is set to make its world premiere on February 19th, 2024, at 12:50 PM in the prestigious dffb Cinema (Filmhaus). "My Freaky Family" has a...
Arclight Films is representing worldwide rights to Deep Water starring Aaron Eckhart and Sir Ben Kingsley
– Golden Globe-nominee and Independent Spirit Award-winner Aaron Eckhart (Warner Bros.’ blockbuster The Dark Knight, Clint Eastwood’s Sully), Academy Award-winner Sir Ben Kingsley (Gandhi, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), Molly Wright (Netflix’s True Spirit, Lionsgate’s upcoming The Best Christmas Pageant Ever), Angus Sampson (Netflix’s “The Lincoln Lawyer,” FX’s “Fargo,” George Miller&rsqu...
Berlin Beat and preview N°2
DO NOT MISS A BIT from BERLINALE AND EFM 2024 FOLLOW US : TAKE CENTER STAGE IN BERLIN: ADVERTISE WITH US AND PROMOTE YOUR LINE UP AND PROJECTS EMAIL US FOR A CHANCE TO BRAINSTORM AROUND YOUR BEST ONLINE OPTIONS VIDEO: Berlinale 2024 Programme video Presentation On January 22, 2024 the Executive Director Mariet...
VIDEO: Berlinale 2024 Programme video Presentation
On January 22, 2024 the Executive Director Mariette Rissenbeek and the Artistic Director Carlo Chatrian provided an outlook for the 74th Berlin International Film Festival. Watch the entire presentation of the selections ...
The Berlin Beat N°1 Berlinale and EFM in focus
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Shark Films for Shark Week and Beyond from TomCat Films
TomCat Films will be in Berlin this year for EFM from February 16 to Feb. 20. Stand Number 137, on the 1st floor of the MGB. Please contact Ted Chalmers to set up a meeting or click below: Check out some exciting shark releases for international and Non-U.S. territories from TomCat Films! FEATURED SHARK RELEASES: COMPLETED. An explosion at a lab lets...
VIDEO : Press Conference of the opening film "Small Things Like These" by Tim Mielants
Berlinale opened with "Small Things Like These" directed by Tim Mielants and written by Enda Walsh, based on the 2021 novel of the same name by Claire Keegan It is 1985 in the run-up to Christmas in a small town in County Wexford, Ireland. Bill Furlong toils as a coal merchant to support himself, his wife and his five daughters. Early one morning while out delivering coal at the local convent, he makes a discovery that forces him to confront his past and the complicit silence of...
